The FDA recently approved Lucentis for use of diabetic retinopathy. Pharmacist and certified diabetes educator Sam Grossman talks about the clinical trial results for the new drug and considerations of how people with the complication may want to consider talking to their provider about it.
I have helped many children with diabetes over the span of my career. Incidence of type 2 diabetes among children is increasing with time.
Diabetes educator Debbie Berg discusses some strategies to make it easier to keep up with your regular regimen of medicine.
Why is it important to keep your blood glucose under control? For one, it help reduce your chance for complications. Find out more.
Obesity and dealing with negative body images can get in the way of creating intimacy between couples. Here are ways to create intimacy and keep a relationship going strong.
The FDA approved the inhaled insulin, Afrezza, last summer, and it will likely undergo a massive marketing campaign to providers and possibly to people with diabetes directly. Here is some important clinical trial information about the medicine and how it is indicated for use in patients.
Overwhelming scientific evidence confirms that vitamin, mineral and antioxidant deficiencies suppress immune function and contribute to chronic inflammatory degenerative processes, such as Read more»
Did you know that diabetes can put you at an increased risk for developing dementia? This is what you need to know about dementia and diabetes.
This app for adults or kids with type 2 is an interactive learning system with modules designed to teach people how to manage their diabetes.
It is exciting that The DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) diet/ meal plan has been in the news over the past Read more»
There are three important kinds of exercise for people with diabetes. These include aerobic exercise, strength training and exercises to increase flexibility.
Being diagnosed with diabetes can be an overwhelming process, especially when it’s a surprise. Here are five first steps you should take after a diabetes diagnosis.
The inevitable holiday party is a time to relax, enjoy yourself and indulge in some delicious foods. Here are some tips to keep your diabetes in check.
Tresiba (degludec) is a new-generation basal insulin with an ultra-long duration of action of more than 42 hours as reported by the Read more»
When you’re pregnant, you want to do everything that’s in the best interest for your baby. That includes eliminating the following items Read more»